Reckling Peak A78004

H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 1978 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Reckling Peak A78004 is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 166.9 g.

166.9 g
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year

Details

NASA ID22459
Classification H4 (H Chondrite)
Mass166.9 g (5.9 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1978
Coordinates76.26667S, 159.25E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"166.9 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Reckling Peak A78004?

Reckling Peak A78004 is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Reckling Peak A78004 meteorite weigh?

The Reckling Peak A78004 meteorite has a mass of 166.9 g (5.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Reckling Peak A78004 meteorite found?

The Reckling Peak A78004 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1978.

Same Classification

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